A Writing Question

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<li>Of ancient origin, the game of checkers was played in Egypt during the time of the pharaohs and is mentioned in the writings of Homer and Plato. No error</li>
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<p>Correct Answer: E
I chose D, since “is mentioned” is a different tense from “was played,” and seems awkward. Also, since the writings of Homer and Plato have already been written, don’t you have to say “were mentioned?”</p>

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<p>No E is correct. It is because literary works are always in present tense, also it is not plural because the subject is the game.</p>

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<p>"Were" mentioned was a typo in the post, lol. Meant "was."</p>